KUALA LUMPUR: Axiata Group Bhd’s subsidiary Edotco Group Sdn Bhd signed a collaborative agreement with ChargeSini, an innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, to deploy energy vehicle (EV) infrastructure in Malaysia. Edotco and ChargeSini aims to install EV charging stations at more than 200 potential in-building locations and poles nationwide, leveraging Edotco’s existing footprint in the next two years.
Edotco Group director of Malaysia business Gayan Koralage said with over 13,000 electric vehicles already on Malaysian roads, the company is gearing up for an exponential increase to half a million by 2025. “This burgeoning demand underscores the need for comprehensive charging stations across the country.
“Our infrastructures, readily available at strategic locations such as malls, airports, hospitals, universities, and roadside smart poles, seamlessly integrate with and bolster the growing EV ecosystem,” he said in a recent statement.
This partnership also aligns with the national agenda outlined in the Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint 2021-2030, aiming to install 10,000 public EV charging stations by 2025. The strategic selection of the building locations in the initial phase is geared towards promoting sustainable urban mobility.
Both Edotco and ChargeSini have set plans to grow by using Edotco’s smart poles in city centres all over the country. Both companies aim to not just add more charging stations but also make electric vehicle charging accessible to different markets.
ChargeSini founder and chief executive officer James Goh said this partnership represents a synergistic fusion of Edotco’s extensive experience in telecommunications infrastructure and ChargeSini’s approach to EV charging technology.
“Our joint efforts are not just about expanding infrastructure; they’re about accelerating the adoption of sustainable mobility in Malaysia.
“We are committed to significantly advancing the EV landscape, aligning our endeavours with the nation’s vision for a greener, more sustainable future,” he said.
Since its inception, Edotco has been steadfast in its commitment towards sustainability, demonstrating an unwavering dedication to environmental responsibility and community well-being.
Based on data from Agmo DataHub, ChargeSini is currently ranked second in terms of EV plug count, having rolled out 599 charging ports in total.
